When you think "girls trip destination," Rochester, New York probably doesn't make your top 10 list. But after this episode, it absolutely will!

Join hosts Nikki and Heidi as they spill all the tea about their unexpected love affair with this upstate gem. From sipping perfect espresso martinis at Angelina's restaurant to getting literal chills standing in Susan B. Anthony's parlor where she was arrested for voting, Rochester delivers a travel experience that's equal parts inspiring and delicious.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why the Susan B. Anthony Museum will make you want to text every woman in your contacts (seriously!)
• The friendship between Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass that will restore your faith in collaboration
• A craft brewery scene that rivals any major city (hello, Strange Bird Beer!)
• The only adaptive kayak center in the United States (prepare to be amazed)
• How to bowl, drink craft cocktails, AND listen to live music all in one converted warehouse
• The 116-year-old public market where locals actually shop (breakfast empanadas, anyone?)
• Why the Strong National Museum of Play isn't just for kids (adults-only nights with beer!)

Nicky shares behind-the-scenes moments from her recent girls weekend with Jana from Whiskey and Sunshine, while Heide reveals why her solo research trip turned into a full-blown Rochester obsession. Together, they break down exactly why this manageable, walkable city hits every mark for women 45+ looking for meaningful travel that goes way beyond checking boxes.

Perfect for listeners who:

• Want their travel to have deeper meaning beyond Instagram shots
• Love discovering under-the-radar destinations before everyone else
• Appreciate cities where you can actually park (for free!) and walk to everything
• Get excited about supporting local breweries, distilleries, and farm-to-table restaurants
• Believe that learning about badass historical women is the best kind of inspiration

Whether you're planning your next girls trip or just need some armchair travel therapy, this episode will have you googling flights to Rochester before it's over. Trust us – this one's a game-changer!

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What if your next vacation could literally transport you through time? Meet Jackie Lapin, a 74-year-old former sports journalist who transformed her passion for historical novels into the ultimate travel hack. After visiting over 500 destinations, Jackie has cracked the code on turning ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary time-travel experiences by pairing great books with epic destinations.

In this episode, discover her secrets for finding hidden European gems without the tourist crowds, solo travel confidence tips for women over 45, and how to capture the soul of historic places through your camera lens—plus get access to her incredible free database of 8,000 historical novels organized by destination.

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In this groundbreaking episode of Untethered and Wanderwise, hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro reveal why women over 45 are becoming the driving force behind the adventure tourism revolution, sharing shocking statistics like how 81% of solo female travelers are over 45 and women over 65 increased their solo travel from 4% to 18% in just three years.

Listeners will discover the psychology behind why hitting your forties and fifties triggers a powerful shift in adventure appetite, hear real stories of midlife women conquering white water rafting, wild caving, skydiving, and ice climbing, and learn practical safety advice for starting their own adventure journey regardless of current fitness level or experience.

This episode explores why the $1.6 trillion adventure tourism industry is being transformed by women who refuse to let age define their limits, offering inspiration and actionable guidance for anyone ready to trade their comfort zone for life-changing adventures and redefine what's possible after 45.

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